Author: Beaver County Radio

FDA to Meet Thursday to Discuss Johnson & Johnson Proposed Vaccine

(Washington, D.C.) Tomorrow could be a big day in the fight against the COVID-19 Pandemic as the FDA meets to discuss the Johnson & Johnson vaccine.

Last Thursday, Johnson & Johnson told congress it could get 20 million doses out nationwide if it’s approved.

Johnson & Johnson is only one dose shot and doesn’t require any special refrigeration compared to Pfizer and Moderna’s vaccines already on the market.

The only draw back of the Johnson and Johnson vaccine is that during trials it was about 25% less effective than the two vaccines.

Yesterday, Pfizer and Moderna also committed to an additional 145 million doses shipped nationwide by the end of March.

Vigil Held in Ambridge Tuesday to Honor Two Victims Murdered on Monday

(File Photo of PJ Caul Park)

(Ambridge, Pa.) One day after a brother and sister were supposedly shot to death by their mother inside a home on Maplewood Ave. a vigil was held to honor them at PJ Caul last night. Members of the community  gathered in the park to remember them.

There was a candle lighting and balloon release to honor 22-year-old Jasmine Cannady and 16-year-old Jeffrey Bright who were both found shot and inside the home on Maplewood Ave.

Charged with their murder is their mother Krisinda Ann Bright, 48, with two counts of criminal homicide.

Investigators said she shot one child who was laying in bed. The other was shot while trying to persuade Bright to put down the weapon.

Ambridge police said an investigation with the county detectives bureau and the coroner’s office is ongoing.

WEDNESDAY TELEFORUM FUN (MOSTLY)

On Wednesday’s Teleforum Eddy will update with the latest news on the
Ambridge double murder, and have a follow up on the senate hearings about the capital riots. Also, it’s entirely possible the function of a catalytic converter will be further  explained. (possible) Teleforum with Eddy Crow happens from 9 til noon every Monday through Friday on Beaver County Radio.

Border Crossing During The Pandemic: The Pros & Cons on Wednesday’s A.M. Beaver County

On Wednesday morning’s show, we’ll pick up where Tuesday’s show ended and discuss a little about the prospects of bringing in immigrants from other countries during the pandemic, and how the thought process of “we need to focus on our own first” comes into play. Plus we’ll update you on the basketball playoff picture and let you know how the Pens did in Washington.

Things get rolling at 6:30 AM with Matt Drzik & Frank Sparks on Beaver County Radio.

Death penalty being sought in brutal double shooting in Beaver Falls last September

Story by Beaver County Radio News Correspondent Sandy Giordano

(Beaver Falls, Pa.) A brutal double shooting occurred during a burglary  in Beaver Falls on September 25, 2020  Joshua Diegdio 33, killed Littrell Parker  Patrick Haynes shot and  wounded  Parker’s  female friend  when they broke into their Fifth Avenue apartmen.tOn December 10, 2020, the prosecutors in the case  notified    a Beaver County  judge.. of their intention to seek the death penalty for Diegdio., according to Beaver County District Attorney David J. Lozier

Lozier said ” seeking the death penalty is not common in Beaver County” .”We believe the most recent case was filed in 2012.”

Catalytic Converter Stolen from Truck at Service Center

(Connoquenessing Twp., Pa.) Pa State Police in Butler are reporting that a Catalytic converter was taken from a 2004 Ford F250 Super cab at the Platinum Service Center located on Evans City Road in Connoquenessing Twp..  State Police report that this is the second incident that has been reported in recent weeks at the service center. The first incident occurred on February 7, 2021 and the latest was reported last Wednesday February 17, 2021. Both thefts involved Ford trucks. Video Surveillance is currently being reviewed and State Police are asking anyone with information to call the Butler Barracks at 724-284-8100. Troopers estimate the value of the catalytic converters to be around $1000.00 each.

Update: Pa State Police Say Transgender Homicide In New Wilmington Last Week Not Hate or Bias Crime

(New Wilmington, Pa.) Pennsylvania State Police in New Castle are continuing to investigate the police shooting and homicide that occurred in New Wilmington last Thursday, February 18, 2021.

Investigators have determined that 24-year-old Chynna Cardena of Springdale, Arkansas was not killed as the result of a hate or bias crime. When New Wilmington Police arrived on the scene 33-year-old Juan Hernandez of Campbell, Ohio was striking Cardena with a blunt object. Police ordered him to stop and when he continued the assault he was shot and killed by a New Wilmington Police officer. Cardena was transported to a Youngstown hospital where she later died.

Investigators said that Cardena and Hernandez knew each other prior to the attack. The nature of their relationship has not been disclosed as State Police continue to investigate.

No Devices Found After Threat Called in Yesterday to Pa State Police Headquarters

(Harrisburg, Pa.) Pa State Police continue to investigate after State Police Headquarters in Harrisburg was evacuated Monday afternoon after a threat was received. Explosive detection canine teams from PSP and Pa Capital Police completed a thorough search of the department headquarters and no explosive or other dangerous devices were found. Personnel were then able to return to the building late Monday. Pa State Police are continuing to investigate.

Southwestern PA Commission announces virtual open house Tuesday, March 2

Story by Beaver County Radio News Correspondent Sandy Giordano

(Hopewell Twp., Pa.) A virtual open house is being hosted by the Southwestern PA   Commission Tuesday, March 2, 2021 from 6 to 8 p.m. according to information received  by Hopewell Township officials.  The  commission is developing corridor plan for Brodhead Road (State Route 3007/Route 18 ) between Old Brodhead Road and the Allegheny County/Beaver County  border. According to the information received  the corridor plan will include, short, medium and long term  recommendations that will improve  transportation and safety for all user, and serve as an investment plan that will guide  planning and programming of transportation projects in the study area.

To register for the virtual open house  the link is https://bit.ly/3uf1kTd.
Hopewell Township Manager  Jamie Yurcina   is very optimistic about the study Beaver County Planning Director Joe West  said last summer the county application was pre-approved  for $250,000   in regional Livability through Smart (SMART) funding.

Hopewell Township woman charged with harassment Monday night

(File Photo)

Story by Beaver County Radio News Correspondent Sandy Giordano

(Hanover Twp., Pa.) Paige Marie Bedalota, 23 of  Hopewell Township was charged with harassment/physical contact  by state police following an incident in Hanover Township last night.  State Police arrived on scene  and determined that Evynn Leigh Figas was struck, shoved, kicked or or otherwise subject  to physical contact.  or  threaten to do the same .The actions were performed with intent  to harass, annoy or alarm  Ms. Figas.. It was determined, according to the report,  that  Bedalota did shove Ms. Figas after a brief verbal argument , in violation  of Section 2709 (a) (1) of the PA Crimes Code.